Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender – Compact Black Tactical Folder
The Mini Ascender is the shorter member of Benchmade's Heckler & Koch Ascender pair, built as a straightforward working tactical folding knife rather than a showpiece. The 2.92" 9Cr13 stainless blade is a black-coated drop point with dual thumb studs, riding in an open-pillar frame with textured black G10 scales and black oxide hardware. A locking liner holds it open, and the reversible tip-down clip carries a clean H&K filler plug on the unused side.
Specifications
| Blade Length |
2.92" |
| Blade Thickness |
0.100" |
| Blade Steel |
9Cr13 stainless (58-60 HRC) |
| Blade Style |
Drop point, plain edge |
| Blade Finish |
Black coated |
| Opener |
Dual thumb studs |
| Handle Material |
Black G10, open pillar construction |
| Hardware |
Black oxide |
| Lock |
Locking liner |
| Pocket Clip |
Tip-down, reversible, with H&K filler plug |
| Overall Length |
7.00" |
| Closed Length |
4.02" |
| Weight |
3.00 oz |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Benchmade H&K knives discontinued?
Yes. Benchmade no longer produces the Heckler & Koch licensed line, so the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender is a discontinued model available only as remaining dealer stock or on the secondary market.
What is the difference between the Ascender and the Mini Ascender?
Size. The full-size Ascender runs a 3.86" blade at 9.25" overall, while the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender uses a 2.92" blade at 7.00" overall and about 3.00 oz, which makes it far easier to carry in a front pocket every day.
Is 9Cr13 good knife steel?
9Cr13 is a budget-friendly high-carbon stainless, heat treated here to 58-60 HRC. It sharpens very easily and resists rust well, though it will not hold an edge as long as a premium powder steel. For the working, hard-use role the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender was built for, easy resharpening is a fair trade.
How do you close the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender?
Push the exposed tab of the locking liner sideways, clear of the blade tang, then fold the blade down while keeping your fingers out of the edge path. Dual thumb studs handle opening on the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender from either side.
Is it legal to carry a tactical folding knife like this one?
Manual folding knives of this size are legal to carry in most of the United States, but blade-length limits, concealed-carry rules and local ordinances vary a great deal by state and by city. Check your own local laws before carrying the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender.
Where was the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender made?
Benchmade's own knives are designed and built in Oregon City, Oregon, but the Heckler & Koch line was a separate licensed program produced to a lower price point. The Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender was part of that imported licensed line.
Where can I buy the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender?
Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. This model is discontinued, so availability of the Benchmade H&K 14302BT Mini Ascender is limited to remaining stock.
